Salem

City in McCook County, South Dakota

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Salem is a city in McCook County, South Dakota, with 1,325 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,522 ft (464 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Golden View Colony, 3.3 miles SW.

About Salem

Salem is a city in and the county seat of McCook County, South Dakota, United States. The city's population was 1,325 at the 2020 census. The current mayor is Glenda Blindert.

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Living in Salem

Median household income
$74,881
Median home value
$166,700
Median rent
$965/mo
Median age
39.6
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Salem, SD population

Salem had 1,325 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census1,325
Density1,060 per sq mi (409 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Salem at a glance

StateSouth Dakota (SD)
CountyMcCook County
TypeCity
Population1,325 (2020)
Land area1.25 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Coordinates43.7228° N, 97.3893° W
ZIP code57058
Official websitesalemsd.com
Census code (GEOID)4657340

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Salem

What county is Salem in?

Salem is in McCook County, South Dakota.

What is the population of Salem, SD?

1,325 people lived in Salem at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Salem, SD?

The ZIP code of Salem is 57058.

What is the elevation of Salem?

1,522 feet (464 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Salem?

Golden View Colony (3.3 mi), Canistota (9.9 mi), Spencer (10.1 mi), Montrose (10.4 mi), Orland Colony (11.7 mi).

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